Chapter 40
Hyeonu’s Masked Fighter King was now an open secret among the rankers . There was no way they could not know . Nike contacted big names from amongst the large guilds, pro-gamers, and even famous streamers .
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“You and me? Nike? Masked Fighting King? What is that?” Kim Seokjung rubbed his ears after hearing Gang Junggu’s words .
Having often seen this side of Kim Seokjung before, Gang Junggu explained with a casual expression, “It is the content that Alley Leader created . They seem to be talking to every big name . ”
“Alley Leader? Will he appear?” Kim Seokjung took interest after hearing the mention of ‘Alley Leader . ’ Hyeonu’s face appeared faintly in his mind . Kim Seokjung wanted to find this person .
‘I haven’t seen his stiff face in a long time . ’
Now that the fourth main scenario was over, Kim Seokjung was just leveling up in newly discovered areas until someone opened another main scenario . In other words, he was bored . Nike’s invitation at this time was like rain after a drought for Kim Seokjung who was so bored . It was worth noting that it was nice to see Hyeonu in particular .
“The fee isn’t set yet . I just know that if you’re willing to participate, you will obtain unique items and incentives based on viewership . ”
Kim Seokjung stated, “Then I will participate . Will you go?”
“If you go, I have to go . Otherwise, I wouldn’t be the vice-president of the guild,” Gang Junggu said in a natural manner . He gave an implied meaning instead of saying he would go where his brother was going .
“Aigoo, our Junggu has grown a lot . Then the guild’s leaders will go . ”
This was the moment when Kim Seokjung and Gang Junggu decided to join Masked Fighter King .
A conversation was taking place elsewhere . It was in the Phoenix Guild .
“Carey, are you going to appear?”
“Of course . When else would I get a chance to fight those guys? I couldn’t find them before in the rankings . This is an opportunity! A chance!” Carey said like it was obvious . An opportunity like this was rare . If a dancing mat were laid out, he would be dancing .
“Additionally, Rachel, I got information from someone trustworthy inside Quency . . . ” Carey spoke in a low voice . “There are rumors that a huge event will be held to celebrate the 3rd anniversary of Arena’s opening . The thing that interests people the most is the PvP division . ”
Rachel nodded . Carey’s words were true . Pro-gamers took part in events such as PvP, a siege, a raid, and so on . However, the most popular of them were in charge of the PvP and individual categories . They were overwhelmingly popular and had overwhelmingly high salaries . The spotlights only illuminated them . The rest of the people were just like a bride’s bridesmaids for them .
Rachel asked, “Really? Then this is us gathering information for that event?”
“Of course . It isn’t just because I want to appear . There are so many videos out there . Still, the most important thing is to experience it once . You can’t tell just by looking at videos,” Carey made an impassioned speech .
It persuaded Rachel . “Then we will both appear . ”
“By the way, will Alley Leader also be there?"
“I don’t know . Will he come out? The level is different . ”
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“Everyone, thank you for watching my live stream today . See you next time!”
After the match against Clear, Hyeonu ended the live stream . It was because he received a note .
-Brother, please contact me if you have time .
It was a message from Mason .
“Did something happen?” Hyeonu wondered and sent a whisper straight back to Mason .
-To Mason: What's going on?
It was answered immediately as if Mason had been waiting for Hyeonu’s contact or perhaps the timing of his break was well-matched with Hyeonu’s .
-From Mason: Hyung? Do you have time now?
-To Mason: What's going on?
-From Mason: I found an instance dungeon and was wondering if you could help me .
“Instance dungeon? Unconditionally, I have to go to the dungeon . ”
Hyeonu decided to unconditionally accept after hearing the word ‘dungeon’ .
“By the way, what level is it?”
-To Mason: What is the level of the dungeon?
-From Mason: I think it is over level 100 . It is in the Cherun Plains .
Cherun Plains . . .
The Cherun Plains had a similar level to the Arti Desert . In other words, it was a hunting area up to level 110 .
-To Mason: I’m coming right now . Wait a bit .
-From Mason: I understand, Hyung . I’ll be waiting .
After the whisper, Hyeonu immediately headed to the Cherun Plains that Mason mentioned .
At this time, Nike Management was holding a detailed meeting on how to run Hyeonu’s Masked Fighting King . In recognition of his efforts to unearth Hyeonu, Kale was promoted from the existing sales team to head of the planning department . This was the first meeting he was holding since becoming the head . Yet Kale was leading the meeting skillfully .
“They are all big names, so I think we’ll have to proceed with it being once a week or once a month . ”
“I agree with that . It is hard to bring them together once a week at a certain time . ”
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“Then how many people should participate in a shoot at one time?”
“I think eight people is a suitable number . It will be hard to schedule if there are any more . ”
Kale coordinated the opinions . The framework had been decided to some extent . Once the framework was established, fine-tuning was an easy task .
“It will happen once a week . The shooting time is between approximately four to five hours . The day of the shooting is Monday or Friday in Korea . It is because the parties in this plan are Korean . ”
“Finally, the total number of people is eight . How about it?”
“I think it is good . ”
“Me too . ”
“It is perfect . ”
At this moment, someone opened the door to the meeting room and entered . It was Jamie, the leading representative of Nike Management . “Kale, I have an objection . ”
“Boss! Why are you here?” Kale was surprised by Jamie’s appearance .
Jamie should’ve been at headquarters right now . “I just finished a video call with the head office . I don’t need to go there . I feel this is where I’m needed,” Jamie said . Then he sipped the Americano in his hand and continued, “The set up is too normal . It should be more dramatic . First, the loser has to take off their mask and reveal their identity . ”
Jamie held up his right hand and folded one finger . “Second, the eight players should play in a league format to eliminate any fuss caused by a draw . ”
He folded a second finger .
“Third, the winner will become the Masked Fighting King and attend the next shoot . Fourth, the winner of the next round will fight with the Masked Fighting King, the winner of the last round, in order to determine who will be the Masked Fighting King . ”
This time, he folded two fingers in succession .
“In order to get rid of boredom, after becoming the Masked Fighting King for the fifth consecutive time, they will graduate from being the king . How about it?”
Jamie’s last finger finally folded, and everyone was enthusiastic .
“Boss is the best!”
It was unanimous . Everyone in the meeting room had the same thought .
‘It will be an unconditional success . It is incredible . ’
“Hyung, you’re here?”
Hyeonu reunited with Mason, who looked completely different from when they were fighting the orcs .
“Wow, your level looks a bit higher?”
Every piece of armor Mason was wearing was unique . His weapon was also unique . It was similar to his entire body being painted with gold .
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“I spent some money and leveled up a lot . ”
“What level are you now?”
“I’m level 100 . I hunted 12 hours a day . I finished my second class change yesterday . ”
Mason was level 100 and a magician who had completed his second class change . Additionally, his unique item was good . Thinking about it, he was rather powerful . It went without saying that Mason was known for his firepower . Hyeonu wondered, “Why did you have to call me? Is the dungeon that hard?”
Based on Mason’s current status, he should be able to blow up a dungeon of this level .
“I can’t do it alone at all . The monsters are too quick . ”
“Isn’t your casting fast? Can’t you hunt them?”
Hyeonu was curious . What type of dungeon was it? His motivation was rising .
‘Will there be good rewards?’
“There are werewolves inside . In this case, they should probably be called lycanthropes? They are really fast . I was caught running away and almost died . ”
“Lycanthropes? Werewolves?”
Lycanthropes—they were an awful monster in Arena . They had mainly silver fur and were agile, powerful, and difficult to deal with . It was understandable that Mason had been unable to attack when a lycanthrope had appeared . No matter how good Mason was, he was still a magician .
“It makes sense if it is a lycanthrope . You will die if you can’t kill it in one blow . However, it will be different if I come . ” Hyeonu was full of confidence . Rather, it was easier to deal with this type of monster . Their damage was high, but they had low health .
“I won’t get hit . ”
[You have entered the Temple Trail . ]
Hyeonu entered the instance dungeon, and the first thing he did was summon Tang-E . Tang-E’s buffs were the best, not to mention his lightning . It would be a good combination if he were used alternately with Mason .
“This is Tang-E, my pet . ”
“Pet?” Mason’s gaze was strange as he stared at Tang-E . It was like a child seeing his favorite toy .
“This human dude, what are you looking at? Is this the first time you’re seeing such a handsome bear?” In the end, Tang-E was Tang-E . That serpent-like tongue never disappeared . He spewed out disses toward Mason, who was looking at him .
Kung!
“Can’t you fix your tone?”
“Bah . ” Tang-E snorted after being hit by Hyeonu and had Mason kneel down . He stepped on Mason’s shoulders and landed on Hyeonu’s shoulder . “Let’s go, Master dude . We are going hunting . ”
[You have received Bear's Momentum . ]
[Physique has increased . ]
[Strength has increased . ]
[You have received the Forest's Blessing . ]
[Defense has increased . ]
[Health will continue to recover . ]
Tang-E buffed Hyeonu naturally . He was now a machine, casting the buffs even if Hyeonu didn’t speak . Mason was envious . It was obvious as to what he was thinking when his eyes were shining like lanterns .
“Hyung, I’m going to get a pet when I go to town . ”
“What do you want to do with such luggage?”
“Luggage? This damn Master dude . ” Tang-E hit Hyeonu’s head .
“I still have to buy one . ” Mason made up his mind when he saw the chemistry between the two . He would definitely get a random pet egg .
Then something broke the pleasant atmosphere between the two humans and the bear . He was as tall as a human and had silver hair all over his body . The interruption was a lycanthrope, and he also wasn’t alone .
“Hyung, they have appeared . ” Mason remembered being beaten by them and trembled .
“Yes, I saw . ”
On the other hand, Hyeonu was relaxed . The lycanthropes looked faster than Lebron and stronger than Daken . However, they were just good sources of experience and a mass of items for Hyeonu .
[Master of Combat is activated . ]
[Your stats have increased . ]
[The stat ‘fighting energy’ has caused your stats to rise . ]
[The other party is stronger than you . ]
[There will be an additional increase in stats . ]
These messages rang out to mark the beginning of the battle . Simultaneously, Hyeonu flew toward the lycanthropes .